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nevelica

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on: Jun 27, 2018
When a person has a kidney stone (lith/o), he may need a lithotripsy. What is the meaning of -tripsy?
 
  A) cutting out
  B) removing
  C) dissolving
  D) crushing

Question 2

Poly- is a prefix meaning much or many. What is the meaning of polydipsia?
 
  A) much dripping
  B) much thirst
  C) much drinking
  D) much vomiting


johnpizzaz

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: D) The suffix -tripsy means crush, so the kidney stone is crushed into small pieces that can be eliminated in the urine.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: A) The suffix -staxis means dripping.
B) Correct.
C) There is no suffix that means drinking.
D) The suffix -emesis means vomiting.


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